Ufa International Airport - Flight Information and Guide (UFA)

Ufa International Airport serves the capital of Bashkortostan, a Russian republic in the southern Urals region.

International traffic to this airport is now focused on Russia, CIS countries and some non-Western nations.

Content verified on 04/09/2026

Official source: www.airportufa.ru/en

How to get to Ufa International Airport

The center of Ufa is a few kilometres from the airport: the transfer takes approximately 25-35 minutes by taxi.

By Car

Those arriving by car reach the center of Ufa in approximately 25-35 minutes.

By Train

To arrive by train a transfer is necessary, as there is no direct connection.

By Bus

Some urban buses connect the airport to the centre.

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Tips International credit cards do not work in Russia: bring sufficient cash in a major currency outside the EU for any travel.

Average travel time to UFA

TrainNot available

Shuttle busService available

Taxi / Private hire25-35 minutes

Parking near Ufa International Airport

A multi-level parking structure is located adjacent to the terminal.

Rates reflect typical regional standards.

How to get to Ufa from UFA

By Train

No direct train service is available to the airport.

By Bus

Several bus lines serve the airport and connect to downtown.

By Taxi

Official taxi ranks are located in the arrival area: it is better to agree on a price, since paying with foreign cards can be complicated.

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Car rental at Ufa International Airport

In the arrivals area there are desks for some, but not all, car rental operators.

It's advisable to have your driver's license, passport, and cash available, verifying in advance that foreign cards will be accepted.

Hotels near Ufa International Airport

Numerous hotels are located in central Ufa.

Downtown hotels (25–35 minutes, prices subject to change due to currency volatility) are convenient for exploring the city; always verify the latest security advisories from your government before traveling.

Airport services

The airport serves Bashkortostan, with domestic connections and some routes to CIS countries and Asia.

Shopping & Duty Free

There is a duty-free shop featuring local items and major international brands.

Lounges & relaxation

The airport offers a limited number of lounges for business passengers.

Connectivity & Wi-Fi

Not all terminal areas are covered by Wi-Fi.

Families & Children

Family support is limited to essential services available in the waiting areas.

Terminal guide

The terminal handles domestic connections and some CIS and Asia routes.

It's better to allow ample time: temporary closures for drone alerts cannot be ruled out.

Map of Ufa International Airport

Frequently asked questions

Q. Ufa is the capital of which republic?

Bashkortostan, a Russian republic in the southern Urals region with a significant ethnic Bashkir population.

Q. What language is spoken in Ufa besides Russian?

Bashkir, a Turkic language co-official in the republic of Bashkortostan: many public signs are bilingual, although Russian remains the lingua franca for visitors.